> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.paypal.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Get started with PayPal reports

PayPal Reports provide detailed insights into your business transactions, helping you track performance, reconcile accounts, and analyze customer behavior patterns.

## Steps to begin

1. **Identify Your Needs**: Determine what data you need and how often.
2. **Choose Access Method**: Select between dashboard, API, or automated options.
3. **Set Up Credentials**: Obtain necessary API keys and permissions.
4. **Test Access**: Verify you can retrieve sample data.
5. **Implement Solution**: Build or configure your chosen approach.

## Report types available

* **Transaction Reports**: Individual payment details.
* **Settlement Reports**: Batch processing summaries.
* **Activity Reports**: Comprehensive business activity.
* **Balance Reports**: Account balance history.

## Best practices

* Start with small date ranges when testing.
* Implement proper error handling.
* Store credentials securely.
* Regular monitoring and validation.